Dear St. Charles Parishioners:
This coming week I return for a trip to the Emerald Isle where I hope
to visit my Nine brothers and Fourth sisters and forty-five nieces and
nephews, and celebrate a nephew Fiona's wedding!
I am delighted to welcome Fr. David Whitestone to residency with us
at St. Charles. He will assist Fr. Francisco Mendez and myself when
his primary duties at the Diocesan Tribunal will allow. He comes to
us with expertise in canon law, a reputation as an excellent preacher,
and an interest in youth and education. A native of Alexandria let us
make his move to Arlington a pleasant adjustment. Welcome.
A big thank you to all whom made my 35th Anniversary such a happy occasion!
PS Come to the School
Office and Enroll your Child!
ARE YOU REGISTERED?
If you plan to be a Godparent for a Baptism, a Sponsor for a Confirmation
or to be married in a Catholic Church, you MUST be an active registered
parishioner for a minimum of three (3) months! The Church can not vouch
for you if we do not have any information about your participation in
the Parish. Stop by the Parish Office to register.
BAPTISM PREPARATION IN ENGLISH
Please note that Baptism preparation will not be offered in July. The
next class will be held on August 17 at 12 Noon in the Parish Library.
Pre-registration is required. Please call the Parish Office.
SPONSOR OF THE WEEK: Our thanks to Susanne H. Nolan, CFP Certified
Financial Planner. For her support.
SUNDAY, JULY 13, 2003:
7:30 Rosalie Monaco (L) by Mark Monaco
9:00 John Chau by The Chau Family
11:00 Lucy Fiat by John Rinaldi
1:00 Casto Caballero Mojica by Enrique & Adela Cuellar and family
6:00 Parishioners
Readings: Amos 7:12-15; Ephesians 1:3-14 or 1:3-10; Mark 6:7-13
Monday, July 14, 2003
9:00 Cheryl Bozzi by Liz Robinson
7:30 (Arlington Detention Center) for the Inmates
Readings: Exodus 1:8-14,22; Matthew 10:34-11:1
Tuesday, July 15, 2003:
9:00 Robert Somma by Joseph Frascone
Readings: Exodus 2:1-15a; Matthew 11:20-24
Wednesday, July 16, 2003:
9:00 Sister Julia Ryan by Neil & Sheila Dyer
Readings: Exodus 3:1-6,9-12; Matthew 11:25-27
Thursday, July 17, 2003:
9:00 Mother in Law of Ann Keatine by Erin O'Shea Loftus
Readings: Exodus 3:13-20; Matthew 11:28-30
Friday, July 18, 2003:
9:00 Guido and Elsie DiGiammarino by Joseph Frascone
Readings: Exodus 11:10-12:14; Matthew 12:1-8
Saturday, July 19, 2003:
9:00 George Muller by Viola Muller
5:00 William Hallahan by Janmari Hallahan
Readings: Exodus 12:37-42; Matthew 12:14-21
Please
remember to keep in your prayers, those who are sick and those who suffer,
especially: Diane Herbst, Hilda Britt, Celia Coronado, Fran Hobbs, Ryder
Family, William Frederick, and Agnes Majchrowicz. Let us also pray for
those who have died: Raul Bustillo.
SOCIAL JUSTICE NEWS
BRAKE THE CYCLE OF POVERTY!
Looking for a new way to live out your Catholic faith this summer? Get
in on the Brake the Cycle cross-country bicycle tour, which started
in San Francisco ends in Washington, DC on August 1. Since June 1, a
team of 20 Catholic riders has cycled, raising awareness daily about
poverty in the United States and engaging others in the work of the
Catholic Campaign for Human Development to break the America cycle of
poverty. Help is needed to publicize the arrival of the riders to D.C.,
and to organize a small group to ride from Arlington to the USCCB building
(near Catholic University) to meet them. Dan Marrin at 703-527-5500
or at office@stcharleschurch.org
to help.
RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY
Truly you have formed my inmost being; you knit me in my mother's womb.
I give you thanks that I'm fearfully, wonderfully made; wonderful are
your works. (Psalm 139:13-14).
SCHOOL NEWS
Registration for enrollment in St. Charles School will continue throughout
the summer. Give your child the benefit of a faith-based education with
strong emphasis on excellence in academics. Spaces available in Grades
K through 8. Call the School Office (703-527-0608) for information or
to schedule an appointment. The office summer hours are Monday through
Thursday, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. Check out the school website www.stcharles.k12.va.us.
Feel the Spirit - Spread the Spirit! Tell your friends and co-workers
about St. Charles School. They will be glad you did.
It is that time of year again when I beg for your help to make Catholic
education possible for my special children. The need is great, and your
contribution will make a difference. No amount is too large or too small.
Feel the Spirit! Be the spirit! Checks may be made a payable to St.
Charles School Scholarship Fund. I am blessed by your continued support
and generosity. If you have any questions, please call the school office:
703-527-0608.
MARRIAGE CIRCLE
The Marriage Circle is taking a summer vacation! We will resume our
monthly meetings in the fall. For more information contact John &
Melissa Crowley at 703-241-5880 or marriagecircle@stcharleschurch.org
WELCOME RETUCNING/INACTIVE CATHOLICS
If you are a Catholic who has been away form the Church, we invite you
to be an active part of us again. "Landings" is an eight week
discussion series, a safe landing place for returning Catholics to explore
their faith and future with the Church. We begin is September. If you
are interested and want more information, please call Anna LaNave at
703-916-8746 or returning-catholics@stcharleschurch.org.
VOLUNTEER ENGLISH INSTRUCTORS NEEDED
To teach Adult English as a Second Language (ESL) with Hogar Hispano
of Catholic Charities. Training provided, no second language required.
Classes held evenings and weekends, and begin in September throughout
Northern Virginia. Please email www.ccda.net/hogar_hispano.html
thanks for your help! We depend on you.
IN OUR PARISH
If you have found an item that you believe someone has left behind
or if you have lost something important to you, check with the Parish
Office. We have many items form car and house keys to umbrellas.
WEB NEWS: TOP PAGES FOR JUNE
Your parish website, stcharleschurch.org, has 100s of visitors each
week. The most popular pages in June were the homepage,
the celebrant's schedule (who's
saying which Mass), news and additions, the San
Carlos homepage, the C'YA
calendar, the web survey, the house
blessing, parish background, map
& directions and bulletins. The top ministries
were C'YA, RCIA
and Education. And the most
popular homily was Fr. Creedon's from Father's Day last year, which
shows up well in search engines. Take part in your parish's vibrant,
online community and praise Jesus!
HISTORY OF THE DIOCESE
"Walking in Faith: the first 25 years" A history of the Diocese
of Arlington, is now available for purchase at only $19.95! Stop by
the Parish Office today, and get your copy of this beautiful, hard cover,
120 glossy page book!
GIVE YOUR KIDS THE BEST GIFT THEY CAN GET PARENTS WITH A GREAT MARRIAGE
And all you have to do is attend a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend!
Marriage Encounter is 44 hours where married couples can get away form
jobs, kids, chores and phones-and focus only on each other. If you'd
like greater depth, growth, and enrichment in your relationship, you'll
like the difference a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend can make!
The next Arlington Diocese weekend is September 5-7. For more information,
and to register, contact John and Loretta Scali, at 703-631-5289, or
by email at Novame@comcast.net.
COLLECTIONS
- Last Week's Collection (July 7 2003) was $15,560.25
- Last Week's Tithe of $1,431.54 was to "Good News Jail/Prison
Ministry."
- Last Week's 2nd Collection of $8,263.00 was for the Building Fund.
